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Published: 18 Feb 2025
Opera Conference 2024 Topic II: What Does It Mean to Be Local?
Even companies with national and international reputations deliver most of their service and derive most of their support locally. But what does it mean to be local? Beyond a limited number of performances each season, how do companies work with local artists, arts organizations, and other community partners to deliver local value throughout the year? How does a focus on local benefit increase the potential for creativity and expand the definition of aesthetic excellence? Opera company leaders and community partners will discuss the importance of building a company culture that prioritizes its relationship with its place.